Origin
Kentucky, AR
Afternoon in Kentucky on Saturday
Local time
3:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kentucky, AR to Prairie Grove, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 48m
Distance
211 mi
340 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 36m
★
6 AM
3h 49m
8 AM
4h 14m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 55m
3 PM
3h 59m
5 PM
4h 13m
8 PM
3h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kentucky, AR
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Prairie Grove, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kentucky, AR to Prairie Grove, AR covers 211 miles and takes about 3h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I-30, I 430 North, I 40 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
105.5 miles from Kentucky, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-30 | — | — |
| I 430 North | — | — |
| I 40 West | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
| Highway 170 | — | — |
| Phillips Street | — | — |
| Highway 265 | — | — |
| Hogeye Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I-30
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Prairie Grove, AR.
1
Start on Old Hot Springs Highway
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
2
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
3
Turn sharp left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
4
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
5
Take the ramp slight left
515 ft
·
13 sec
6
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
12 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
9
Merge slight left
135 mi
·
2 hr 14 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 49 North: Fayetteville
11
Continue straight
33 mi
·
32 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward State Highway 170: West Fork
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 170: West Fork
13
Turn left onto Phillips Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Phillips Street
14
Turn right
4.2 mi
·
7 min
15
Continue on South State Highway 265
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South State Highway 265
16
Turn right onto Hogeye Road
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Hogeye Road
17
Continue on South Mock Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mock Street
18
Turn left onto West Mock Drive
118 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Mock Drive
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 105.5 miles from Kentucky, AR, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 46 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.5 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prairie Grove, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kentucky, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kentucky, AR
This is one driving day of about 211 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Kentucky, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.5 miles from Kentucky, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.87 one way
$63.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $34.98 | $69.96 |
| premium | $4.56 | $37.87 | $75.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.59 | $93.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.3 | 0 | $22.15 | $10.13 |
| Efficient EV | 52.8 | 0 | $18.46 | $8.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.4 | 1 | $29.54 | $13.50 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Prairie Grove, AR
Afternoon in Prairie Grove on Saturday
Local time
3:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Delaware, AR
106 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 48m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
211 mi in 3h 48m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: I-30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 48m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kentucky, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Kentucky, AR
Full guide →Kentucky is a Southern state of the United States; its state capital is Frankfort. Attractions include horse racing and beautiful lakes. It is home to famous food (Kentucky Fried Chicken, Hot Brown, and Burgoo), drink (bourbon whiskey) and music (bluegrass) traditions.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 211 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kentucky, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Prairie Grove, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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